Almost every job relies on technology and many jobs require a detailed knowledge and understanding of how these systems work. There is also huge demand for people with the skills to make the technologies that will power the jobs of the future.
There are 1.7 million jobs in the UK’s ‘digital’ sector, and as technology advances further with time, it is crucial that the industry has access to skilled professionals to enable further growth in these vibrant industries.
In Lincolnshire, there are nearly 2,000 digital businesses based in the county and over 16,000 residents employed in digital roles across the region. From computer science to cyber security, cloud computing to agritech, there is something for everyone in the technology sector - and the Lincolnshire Institute of Technology can help steer you in the right direction for your chosen career path.
Education partners making careers in tech possible
We provide an unrivalled platform for people looking to move into careers in the digital and tech sectors, through the help of our education partners across Greater Lincolnshire.
For example, Grantham College & University Centre provides a series of courses in the digital sector that can bolster employment opportunities within the industry. This includes Level 4 Higher National Certificates (HNCs) in Cloud Computing and Digital Technologies, and Level 3 Apprenticeships in Digital Marketing, IT Solutions and Digital Support.
Lincoln College’s offering in the digital and tech sectors include Level 4 Certificates of Higher Education (CertHE) in Digital Learning Design, Cyber Security and Computer Automation, as well as a Level 5 CertHE in Mobile, Web, Virtualisation and Streaming Technologies, and a Level 6 Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Computer Science.
University Centre Grimsby provides a range of Level 5 and 6 qualifications in the digital sector, varying from a Bachelor’s Degree in Games Design, a Foundation Degree in Digital and Technology Solutions, and final year BSc (Hons) in Digital and Technology Solutions, including Software, Networking and Data Analytics.
Riseholme College specialises in agritech courses for students interested in agricultural careers, and can offer a wide range of qualifications and study opportunities for this. These options include Level 6 BSc (Hons) in Bio Veterinary Science and Precision Agriculture, Level 3 Land-based Engineering courses and Level 5 Foundation Degrees in Precision Crop Technology Agriculture and Farm Business Management.
Get in touch to find out more
If you are interested in pursuing further education to gain a qualification in digital or technology fields through one of our education partners, visit their websites below to enquire about your chosen course.
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